Senza Basso, or, It’s All About That Treble: A Baroque Violin Recital

The violin rose to prominence as a soloistic instrument in the 17th c. Over the next 150 years, its melodic as well as virtuosic capabilities inspired thousands of composers to write for the violin, but most of this repertoire required at least one additional performer. What repertoire could a lone violinist, with no friends to play with, perform satisfactorily?

In this 45-minute recital, Dr. Allison Monroe (Director of the Five College Early Music Program) offers a sampling of solo violin repertoire from the baroque period, including beloved pieces by famed composers like Bach and Biber as well as lesser known gems.

With a suggested donation of $10 per person, all proceeds go to support the South Hadley Dog Park, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a free place for dog owners from every walk of life to enjoy community and healthy exercise for their pets.